We’re Finally Listening To Lorena Bobbitt. Why Did It Take So Long?

Documentaries that rethink decades-old scandals, like Amazon’s Lorena, are becoming routine. But when will we start extending public empathy in real time?

Scaachi Koul

It's Now Illegal To Discriminate Against New Yorkers Based On Their Hair

“Bias against the curly textured hair of people of African descent is as old as this country and a form of race-based discrimination,” said NYC first lady Chirlane McCray.

David Mack

This Guy Was Filmed Assaulting A Man After Asking If He Was Gay

"Are you gay, though?" the man asked, before punching the victim in Salt Lake City early Sunday.

David Mack

24 Pictures From US History That Will Change The Way You Look At Presidents

This President's Day, here's a collection of interesting and unexpected pictures that just might change the way you think about presidential history.

Gabriel H. Sanchez

Chandra Wilson Opened Up About The “Grey’s Anatomy” Episode That Will Make TV History

On. its Feb. 28 episode, Grey's Anatomy will become the longest-running medical drama on television. Chandra Wilson told BuzzFeed News the episode will please fans of the show.

Krystie Lee Yandoli

Joe Biden Once Spoke At Strom Thurmond's Memorial Service. How Do People Feel About That Now?

Nearly 20 years ago, Biden eulogized Strom Thurmond, who began his long political career as a segregationist. Some South Carolina Democrats still say that's a good thing — but politics has changed a lot.

Henry J. Gomez

If You Get 3/7 On This Quiz, You're Drowning In Fake News

This week we have stories about polar bears, Elon Musk, and an explosive poop.

Jane Lytvynenko

The Illinois Factory Shooter Opened Fire In His Termination Meeting With HR

Aurora Police said the shooter had been told to relinquish his gun in 2014 because of a prior conviction.

Amber Jamieson

A Panicked Stampede At A "Hamilton" Performance Injured 3 After A Medical Emergency Was Confused For A Shooting

According to audience members, "people were screaming, ducking down, crawling on the floor" and "shouts of 'gun' could be heard."

Julia Reinstein

"The Water Cure" Is BuzzFeed Book Club's March Read. Check Out An Excerpt Here.

Read the dream-like dystopian novel along with BuzzFeed community's most avid readers.

Sophie Mackintosh

Two Men Arrested In The Jussie Smollett Case Have Been Released Due To "New Evidence"

A Chicago police spokesperson said the individuals were released "due to new evidence as a result of today's interrogations."

Stephanie K. Baer

Twitter Just Removed A Tweet From An Account Linked To Iran’s Supreme Leader, Raising Enforcement Questions

Twitter has previously used a newsworthiness standard to defend its refusal to apply abuse and harassment rules to President Donald Trump’s account.

Ryan Mac

Mueller's Office Says Paul Manafort Is Facing As Much As 24 Years In Prison — In Just One Of His Cases

Prosecutors did not make a specific recommendation about how much time they think Manafort should spend behind bars.

Zoe Tillman

The Academy Awards Have Abandoned Plans To Give Some Oscars During Commercial Breaks After Facing Major Backlash

"The place is totally dysfunctional because they make decisions in secret and never actually talk to their members, even though it’s supposed to be serving the members," one Academy member told BuzzFeed News.

Adam B. Vary

8 Photo Stories That Will Help You See The World A Little Differently

Here are some of the most interesting and powerful photo stories from across the internet.

Gabriel H. Sanchez

A 27-Year-Old Man Allegedly Killed His Parents And Their Housekeeper In California

Police conducting a welfare check Wednesday found three people dead inside a home in a Newport Beach gated community.

Mary Ann Georgantopoulos

21 Of The Most Powerful Photos Of This Week

From President Trump's declaration of a national emergency on the US–Mexico border to the Best in Show at the 143rd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, these are the most striking and memorable pictures from this past week.

Gabriel H. Sanchez

Nine LSU Fraternity Members Were Arrested On Disturbing Hazing Charges

Pledges were allegedly forced to lie on broken glass in their underwear, beaten with a metal pipe, and urinated on.

Julia Reinstein

Trump’s Emergency Declaration Won’t Help The Overdose Crisis, Say Narcotics Experts

“It's terrible policy,” said one expert. “It guts a vital coordinating function we rely on to interdict drugs domestically and internationally.”

Dan Vergano

Dave Chappelle Personally Delivered Tickets To His Show To A Couple Who Got Scammed On Craigslist

"Always get your tickets from reliable sources."

Ellie Hall

"He Was Shooting Everybody": Five People Are Dead After A Gunman Opened Fire At An Illinois Manufacturing Plant

The shooting occurred after the gunman was fired from his job at a manufacturing warehouse. Six police officers were among several others injured in the shooting.

Claudia Koerner

The Cultural Appropriation Convo Around Ariana Grande Is Too Simplistic

Criticisms of Grande’s “cultural appropriation” are complicated by the fact that R&B-infused pop has been the foundation of her career — and she’s always sought to credit the black artists who influence her.

Michael Blackmon

Bumble’s CEO Told BuzzFeed News Her Apps Have Become Their “Own Form Of Government”

Now with 50 million users, Whitney Wolfe’s Bumble apps are surfing a Serena Williams Super Bowl ad into a new wave of hype.

Joseph Bernstein

A Judge Ruled Roger Stone Can Still Talk To The Press, Just Not In Front Of The Courthouse

Stone's lawyers, prosecutors, and lawyers for witnesses are barred from making statements to the press or in public "that pose a substantial likelihood of material prejudice to this case."

Zoe Tillman

Dozens Of Middle Schoolers Allegedly Fell Ill From Valentine's Day Sweets

The children complained of feeling disoriented and nauseous after eating candies and snacks that had been brought to the school from home.

Otillia Steadman

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Got Dragged For Suggesting People Who Are “Unwilling To Work” Should Get Paid. Advocates Say That’s The Point.

“This idea that somehow people who are unwilling to work are bad or lazy is a horrible idea.”

Paul McLeod

Here's Who Author Angie Thomas Wants To Be In Her Next Film

The Hate U Give author told BuzzFeed News she wants On the Come Up to feature some prominent women rappers.

Krystie Lee Yandoli

Here's How One Of Facebook's Biggest Anti-Vax Communities Built Its Massive Network

There currently do not seem to be any policies or regulations against promoting anti-vaccination content via Facebook ads.

Ryan Broderick

Two Men Have Been Arrested In Connection With The Jussie Smollett Case

The two men are brothers who worked as extras on Empire and sometimes went to the gym with the actor, their attorney said.

Tasneem Nashrulla

This Bride Carried Her Daughter On Her Back At Her Wedding And It's Super Sweet

"These pictures have gone crazy — I never expected that to happen."

Lauren Strapagiel